About Airlink & the Role
Airlink is a Washington, DC-based nonprofit humanitarian logistics organization that works with aviation and logistics partners to transport relief workers and emergency supplies for reputable non-governmental organizations (NGOs), responding to rapid-onset disasters and other humanitarian crises around the globe. Our responses to hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, tsunamis, and other disasters have brought lifesaving and life-changing aid to some of the world’s most vulnerable beneficiaries. Airlink also focuses on alleviating suffering in protracted emergencies, including the Syrian refugee crisis, Rohingya refugee crisis, and complex crises in South Sudan and the Horn of Africa, and addresses ongoing needs in the developing world, such as access to clean water, food, shelter, and medical aid to improve community resiliency.
Today, Airlink’s network consists of more than 50 commercial and charter airlines and 130+ international NGOs. Airlink and its airline partners have transported more than 8,000 passengers and more than 4,500,000 pounds of cargo in support of a broad range of humanitarian initiatives that have provided aid to more than 23 million people. Airlink has saved our NGO partners more than USD $14,000,000 in transport costs.
As we enter 2024, Airlink shows no signs of slowing down, with a three-year strategic plan that includes increasing our team by 25%, improving operational efficiency, and expanding our resource pipeline and profile as humanitarian logistics experts. To that end, we are seeking an experienced executive assistant (EA) to support our President & CEO’s increasing external relations portfolio, as well as help ensure Airlink’s operational excellence is realized. The EA will coordinate and manage executive scheduling, organize CEO travel and speaking engagements, support the Board of Trustees, and serve as a trusted partner of both the CEO and Vice President of Finance & Operations.
This role’s dynamic nature requires exemplary administrative and people skills. To be successful in this role, you must build relationships and communicate effectively with a broad range of stakeholders, including fellow staff and consultants, the Board, and external partners. The ideal candidate will be a proactive self-starter who is comfortable with ambiguity, excels in a fast-paced environment, and is able to identify and anticipate the CEO’s needs.
The EA will be part of the operations department, which includes finance, human resources, and IT. This position reports to the CEO but works in service of the whole organization and will have a dotted line to the VP of Finance and Operations. Due to the nature of Airlink’s mission in support of disaster response, there will be an occasional need to work extended hours or on weekends with limited advance notice.
Primary Responsibilities
Executive office
Board of Trustees
Operations
Required Qualifications
Preferred Skills and Personal Characteristics
Location
Airlink is headquartered in downtown Washington, D.C., and currently operates a hybrid work schedule with the team in-office on Tuesday and Wednesday. Given the collaborative nature of this position, we are only considering candidates who are in or willing to relocate to the Washington, D.C., area.
Compensation & Benefits
The salary range for this position is $75,000 to $90,000. Additionally, Airlink provides a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to:
To Apply
Please email your resume and cover letter to careers@airlinkflight.org.
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. However, preference will be given to applications received by the close of business on May 10, 2024.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquiries, please.
EEO Statement
Airlink is an equal opportunity employer. The organization provides equal employment opportunities to qualified persons without regard to race, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information or make-up, or any other protected category enumerated by applicable local ordinance, state law, or federal law.
About Airlink & the Role
Airlink is a Washington, DC-based nonprofit humanitarian logistics organization that works with aviation and logistics partners to transport relief workers and emergency supplies for reputable…
Please email your resume and cover letter to careers@airlinkflight.org.
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. However, preference will be given to applications received by the close of business on February 23, 2024.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquiries, please.
Please email your resume and cover letter to careers@airlinkflight.org.
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. However, preference will…